On a Budget Branson Vacation Package Descriptions

 

Comedy Jamboree Show: A rollercoaster of laughs, comedy, music, dance, and family fun! Winner of “Branson’s Best Comedy Show”, you don’t want to miss this amazing comedy and musical extravaganza! This highly entertaining variety show is famous for family-friendly Ozarks fun! Comedy Jamboree features some of the funniest comedians in Branson! Get yourself prepared to laugh over and over again. The whole family will get a kick out of the audience participation. Sometimes the guests steal the show. The Jamboree Singers; pianist extraordinaire, Tracy Heaston, and the award-winning Grand Band, will rock you with kickin’ live music, talent, and showmanship. From hilarious, clean comedy and floor-pounding dancing to today's country hits and gospel classics, this show is a HOT TICKET! For an amazing afternoon of fun, the Comedy Jamboree is a MUST SEE. You will laugh until it hurts!

 

Grand Jubilee Show: Audiences fall in love with the tight harmonies and dynamic performance of Branson’s BEST Quartet, New South! This incredible group entertains with spectacular music, great harmonies, family comedy, and Ozarks hospitality. Mark, Luke, Barry, & Eric sing all of your favorite songs. You’ll hear Top 40, Country & Gospel classics, and Rock & Roll hits from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s.  The Grand Jubilee surpasses expectations of any age. Comedy is abundant!  Jamie Haage, as Jim Dandy and Emcee, Mike Patrick, will keep you absolutely doubled over in laughter. This show has won numerous awards including “Branson’s Best Variety Show.” Show is 1/2 Christmas during November and December.

 

Copperhead Mountain Coaster: The newest, fastest, most scenic, and longest downhill family fun ride! Branson’s longest downhill Mountain Coaster Snakes through riveting loops, drops and  curves in the beautiful Ozark Mountains. Plus the newest and latest advanced safety technology on any mountain Coaster. The downhill ride is over 3,350 ft long and the uphill is 1,450 feet making the total coaster nearly a mile long. Ride Requirements:  Drivers must be 54” Tall, Passengers must be 3 years or older and 38” tall and can only be with a driver 16 years or older, Riders age 3 - 9 must be passengers, Max weight for the cart is 375 lbs in dry conditions and 330 lbs in wet conditions.

Runs between Historic Downtown Branson 

and Branson Landing.

Jan - Feb Weekends: 10:00am - 5:00pm 

Mar - Dec Daily: 9:00am - 6:00pm except Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The trolley runs on a constant loop with 12 stops between Historic Downtown Branson and the Branson Landing with pick-up about every 20-30 minutes.

31. Trolley Ride. Free.

179 Expressway Lane, Branson.

Daily 9:00am - 5:00pm

Constructed of blue granite, stained glass 

windows and featuring a 100-foot tall spire, this spiritual sanctuary was created and built by local entrepreneur Gene Bicknell in 2010 with a chapel, seating area and fountains that offer a quiet place for prayer or meditation.

 

23. Shrine of the Holy Spirit. Free.

19. Ralph Foster Museum

at College of the Ozarks. 

Adults - $8, Senior Citizens - $6,

Kids free (ages 0 - 18).

100 Opportunity Ave, Point Lookout, MO.

Open Jan 21 - Dec 19.

Tue - Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm 

The museum has a wide variety of exhibits including: the Original Beverly Hillbillies Truck, Native American Artifacts, doll collection, keepsakes from country musicians, Rose O'Neill exhibit, paintings, textiles, quilts and a firearm collection and so much more.

 

103 S. Business Hwy 65, Branson.

Open Tue 11am - 11pm; Wed 3pm - 11pm

Thu - Sun 11am - 11pm.

You can play board games all day / evening. Their library has over 1,000 games in various categories as well as jigsaw puzzles so there is something for everyone. You can enjoy cappuccinos, lattes, deli sandwiches and snacks while playing the games.

 

3. Branson Boardgame Cafe. $5 per person.

 

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We know the cost of a vacation can start to add up. Don’t worry!

We have put together our Branson Free & Low Cost Adventures.

With a wide variety of things listed, we’re positive everyone traveling will find something they will enjoy.

 

All dates and times are subject to change.

Please check ahead of time to make sure your destination is open.

7. Branson Landing Live Concerts & Special Events. Free.

100 Branson Landing, Branson.

The Branson Landing also offers a variety of live concerts and special events throughout the year. For a list of bands, events, dates and times visit

https://www.bransonlanding.com/events

 

20. Ruth and Paul Henning

Conservation Area. Free.

4106 MO-376, Branson.

Open Oct 15 - Mar 15 - 8:00am - 5:30pm;

Mar 16 - Oct 14 - 8:00am - 7:30pm.

Scenic overlook, viewing tower, bird watching, exhibits and displays.

Five different trails rated moderate to difficult.

Total of 5.6 miles. Both paved and unpaved.

18. Moonshine Beach.

$5 per car or $2 per person for walk-ins.

3778 South State Highway 165, Branson.

May 15 - Sep 15 9:00am - 8:00pm

Sand beach, picnic tables, beach volleyball, boat launching ramp, flush toilets, covered pavilion and playground.

17. Lake Taneycomo. Free.

Located at the Branson Landing.

Lake Taneycomo is a colder body of water, ideal for trout fishing. You can fish off the docks, feed the ducks and stroll through the park. (Must have a Missouri fishing license and trout stamp to fish.)

 

15. Horse Walk. Free.

1525 West 76 Country Blvd., Branson. Available

24 hours a day except during show times.

Feb 28 - Dec 31, 2025.

At the Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Theatre where you can walk along the side of the theatre and see their many show horses.

 

16. Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area. Free. 412 Owen Lane, Branson.

Open 7:00am - 8:00pm summer (5:00pm winter).

Hiking trails featuring waterfall and cave, public restrooms, picnic tables, scenic observation deck. Consists of 5 trails ranging from easy to difficult. The Bluff Trail involves a strenuous one

hour hike which includes 315 stone steps to the bottom and a difficult return climb. Total of 5.3 miles. Unpaved.

14. Eiserman Park / Walking Path. Free.

201 Compton Drive, Branson.

Open 6:00am - 10:00pm.

Located next to the Branson Community Center & features a pavilion, swing area, youth fishing ponds, 9 hole disc golf course & 3 dedicated pickleball courts. 

13. Distilleries. Free.

 

Cooper Run Distillery.

14720 Business 13. Branson West.

Tue - Sat 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Free Tours & Tasting.

 

Missouri Ridge Distillery.

7000 State Highway 248, Branson.

Tue - Sat 11:00am - 6:00pm

Free Tasting.

 

Smith Creek Distillery (2 locations).

300 Tanger Blvd. Ste. #232, Branson (Inside Tanger Outlet Mall).

Mon - Thu 10:00am - 7:00pm; Fri - Sat 10:00am - 8:00pm;

Sun 10:00am - 6:00pm

100 Branson Landing Blvd. Ste. #1209 (Inside Branson Landing).

Daily 10:00am - 7:00pm. 

11. Creation Experience Museum.

Free. 4180 US-65, Walnut Shade, MO.

Mar - Dec. Wed - Sat 10:00am - 5:00pm

Find the biblical truth about the dinosaurs. Guided tours, from Adam & Eve through the life of Christ, over 500 artifacts, a short video and hands on activities.

 

12. Dewey Short Visitor Center. Free.

4500 Missouri State Highway 165, Branson.

Open 9:00am - 4:00pm

Mar 1 - May 17: Tue - Sat

May 20 - Sep 6: Sun - Sat

Sep 7 - Nov 29: Tue - Sat

The new visitor center opened Apr 27, 2012 and has been called the “crown jewel” of Table Rock Lake. Exhibits at the visitor center include a state-of-the-art interactive map of Table Rock Lake and beautiful artistic wall murals. There is a 75 seat theatre showing a 22-minute film on the making of the Dam, showing each half hour.

9. College of the Ozarks. Majority is free.

100 Opportunity Ave, Point Lookout, MO.

Most exhibits are open Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm.

The college has many points of interest including:  

· Gaetz Tractor Museum · Williams Memorial Chapel

· McDade Orchid Collection & Hoge Greenhouse

· Fruitcake & Jelly Kitchen (free samples)

· Point Lookout Scenic Overlook · Scripture Garden

· The “Lest We Forget” 9/11 Memorial · Lake Honor

· Stained Glass & Candle Shop · Edwards Mill

· Ralph Foster Museum (small charge for adults)

· Keeter Center Hotel & Restaurant · Patriots Park

 

10. Crafts and More: Free.

 

Apple Tree Mall

1830 W 76 Country Blvd., Branson.

8:00am - 10:00pm.

 

Branson Craft Mall

694 State Highway 165, Branson.

Sun & Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm

Tue - Sat 9:00am - 8:00pm

 

Country Barn

3396 State Highway 265, Branson.

Open Mar - Dec. Mon - Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm

 

Coffelt Country Craft Village - 673 State Highway 165, Branson.

Open 9:00am - 5:00pm

 

Whitney’s World of Crafts -

3506 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Branson. 9:00am - 7:00pm

5. Branson Farmer’s Market.

Free. Branson Landing -

100 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson.

South end near Bass Pro Shops and

the bridge.

Open Apr - Oct. Tue 2:30pm - 6:30pm

 

6. Branson Landing Riverwalk

and Fountain Show. Free.

100 Branson Landing, Branson.

Walking path along Lake Taneycomo from

Bass Pro parking lot to Branson North Park.

The lakefront, 2 mile trail is level and paved.

You’ll see boat docks, ducks and geese. In

the middle of the trail is Branson Landings

Fire and Water Fountain Show. Shows are

hourly everyday starting at 12:00pm - 9:00pm.

You will be amazed by the dazzling interplay of water fountains shooting 120-foot geysers and fire cannons blasting, all choreographed to lights and music. There is a 2 – song show nightly at 6:00pm and a 3 - song show nightly at 8:00pm.

4. Branson Centennial Museum.

Free. Donations appreciated.

120 S. Commercial St., Branson.

Open Mon - Sat 10:00am - 4:00pm.

The Branson Centennial Museum has rotating exhibits featuring Branson's first 100 years.

 

 

 

2. Branson Art Murals. Free.

Take a selfie with all of Branson’s art murals.

 

● Explore Branson Postcard

Corner of Main and Sycamore St.

On side of Cadwell’s Downtown Flea Market

 

● Aquarium at the Boardwalk

2700 W. 76 Country Blvd.

NW corner of the Aquarium

 

● Star Spangled Banner Bicentennial

215 W. Main St. - West side of Liberty Utilities

 

● Pizza by the Slice

482 Branson Landing Blvd. Ste 103 - Inside Pizza by the Slice.

 

● Downtown Branson 1913

112 S. Commercial St. - Alleyway wall of 1 Oak Antiques & Home Décor

 

● Nature Scene

Business 65 just north of the intersection at Pacific Street. West side of the road

 

● Yolo Rolled Ice Cream

2005 W. 76 Country Blvd. - Inside YOLO Rolled Ice Cream

 

● Murals at Branson Landing

100 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson Landing Parking Garage - one on each level.

1. Alexander Park. Free.

901 Hawthorn Street, Branson.

Open 6:00am - 11:00pm.

This 6.9 acre park features a playground, horseshoe pits, 2 youth baseball / softball fields, covered pavilions and public restrooms.

 

Branson Free and Low Cost Adventures

8. Branson RecPlex Park/

    Recreation Center/

    Outdoor Swimming Pool/

    Walking Trail.

Prices vary.

1501 Branson Hills Pkwy, Branson.

 

Park Area - 6:00am - 11:00pm

Features 2 playgrounds (1 fully

inclusive), picnic area and covered

pavilions.

 

Recreation Center - $3 per person

Mon - Fri 8:00am - 8:00pm,

Sat 8:00am - 6:00pm, Sun 12:00pm - 6:00pm (Open Gym hours vary). Features 2 gyms, indoor track & basketball courts

 

CoxHealth Fitness Center - $10 per person, per day

Mon - Thu 7:00am - 8:00pm, Fri 7:00am - 6:00pm, Sat 8:00am - 2:00pm

 

Large Outdoor Swimming Pool - $7 per person, per day

Memorial Day - Labor Day: Tue - Thu 12:00pm - 6:00pm,

Fri - Sat 12:00pm - 7:00pm, Sun 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Features zero depth entry, concessions, sun shades, diving boards and

2 water slides.

 

Walking Trail - one mile asphalt walking trail around the entire complex.

 

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Updated May 30, 2025

On A Budget
Branson Vacation Package

Package below is available any time in 2025.

· Total for 2 adults staying in a standard room with

one king bed or two queen beds.

 

· Prices listed include all taxes.

 

· Prices, room types and hotels are subject

to availability and change.

 

· For more information, see our On a Budget

Branson Vacation Package Descriptions below.

 

♦ Two Nights Lodging with continental breakfast

 

♦ Comedy Jamboree Show or Grand Jubilee Show

 

♦ Dinner at Grand Country Buffet

 

♦ Copperhead Mountain Coaster

$259 & up

33. Waterfall Trail. Free.

 

Located at the northwest corner of Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and Roark Valley Road.

 

Hike to a waterfall. 1 1/3 mile round trip. Unpaved.

 

34. White River Valley Trail. Free.

 

Located across the highway from

Showboat Branson Belle parking lot.

 

Hiking and mountain biking. Elevation

gain of 394 ft. Consists of 4 different

trails totaling 11.75 miles. Unpaved.

32. Veteran’s Memorial Garden. Free. 1107 W. Main St., Branson. Open 8:00am - 8:00pm.

 

A gathering place for anyone who wants to remember those who sacrificed so much and to celebrate the lives of the fathers, mothers, sons and daughters who so gallantly served to protect our great nation.

29. Table Rock Lakeshore Trail.

Free. Goes from Dewey Short Visitors Center (4600 Missouri State Highway 165) to State Park Marina.

2.25 miles.

Paved and ADA accessible.

 

30. Taneycomo Path. Free.

Goes from Sunset Park and travels along Lake Taneycomo to the Branson Landing River walk. 3/4 mile paved.

27. Sunset Park. Free.

869 Sunset Lane, Branson

6:00am - 10:00pm.

 

Walking path, benches

and Frisbee (disc) golf course. 6/10 of a mile. Paved.

 

28. Table Rock Lake. Free.

 

With more than 750 miles of

shoreline and approximately

43,000 acres of surface area

(depending on water level),

visitors are able to enjoy a

variety of activities on the lake

year round including

swimming, boating,

water sports, parasailing,

kayaking and fishing. It is

Missouri’s deepest (200ft) and clearest reservoir making it a nationally renowned fishing spot for Kentucky spotted bass, white bass, crappie, large bluegill and catfish of all sizes. 

25. Stockstill Park / Walking Path /

      Dog Park. Free.

524 Stockstill Lane, Branson.

6:00am - 11:00pm.

Playgrounds, walking paths, skate park,

Roark Creek, tennis courts, pickleball courts, covered pavilions, picnic tables, benches and public restrooms. Consists of 2 trails totaling 1.5 miles. Paved.

 

26. Sunday Gospel.

Branson Gospel Sundays.

Free. Donations appreciated.

3090 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson. Hamners’ Variety Theatre. 10:00am all year.

 

Non-denominational worship and

gospel services.

24. Song of Hope Museum. Free.

673 Historic Hwy 165, Branson.

Wed - Mon 4:00pm - 8:00pm

The museum offers attendees a glimpse into the productions and entertainers who molded the live music capital of the world into the destination it is today.

21. Scenic Overlook. Free.

State Highway 165, Branson.

Overlooks Branson area and Table Rock Dam. Renovated in 2024 with a rebuilt fence, ADA accessibility and better pedestrian safety.

 

22. Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery. Free. 483 Hatchery Rd., Branson.

Tue - Sat 9:00am - 5:00pm

Renovated in 2024. The new facility is more than 2 1/2 times the size of the old visitor center and now features a 7500-gallon aquarium, new exhibits focusing on local wildlife and habitats, a new multipurpose room and a newly produced video on how the trout are raised at the hatchery. Food for the trout can be purchased from quarter machines.